Restaurant Robots Should Start With Workflow, Says Wings CEO
December 16, 2021
From food preparation and internal logistics to last-mile delivery, robots can help restaurants of all sizes, but they should break down workflows first, says Haitham Al-Beik, CEO of Wings.
NAI Expands Connectivity Capabilities for Warehouse Automation
December 12, 2021
NAI, which custom designs and manufactures cable assemblies and harnesses for warehouse equipment, said its offerings can now support growing demand for automation.
Robotics Leaders Ask Policymakers to Reconsider EU AI Act
December 8, 2021
Leaders of Europe's biggest robotics associations and technology innovators called on legislators to amend proposed regulations that would affect deployments of AI and robotics.
Essentium to Enter SPAC Merger, Go Public as It Advances Sustainable Additive Manufacturing
December 2, 2021
Essentium, which claims that its on-site additive manufacturing systems can reduce waste by 70% and the carbon footprint, said its total addressable market is $209 billion.
Knightscope Offers $40M in Security Robotics Stock on Nasdaq
December 1, 2021
Knightscope, which has developed Autonomous Security Robots for the U.S. market, is offering $40 million in its IPO and taking its robots on the road for a nationwide show.
Top Notch Deploys 6 River Systems Robots for Safer, More Efficient Distribution Centers
December 1, 2021
Top Notch Distributors has moved to a modern distribution center architecture, with automation integrated by Kuecker and autonomous mobile robots and software from 6 River Systems.
Sineurope Triples Storage Density, Improves Sustainability With Körber Warehouse Automation
November 27, 2021
Sineurope, which needed to reduce energy usage and maximize its footprint in its cold-chain seafood facility, invested in automated storage and software from Körber Supply Chain.
5 Ways Robots Can Help Warehouses Handle the Holiday Rush, According to inVia Robotics
November 24, 2021
Supply chains face many pressures, compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic and holiday peak, but the latest mobile robots and orchestration software can guarantee throughput, says inVia.
ARM Institute Issues Project Calls for AR in Manufacturing, Endorsement Auditors
November 24, 2021
The ARM Institute is seeking project proposals to help the U.S. Air Force improve robotic manipulation and to evaluate education and training programs for robotics and manufacturing.
Polar Hardware Automates for the First Time With Formic Machine Tending Robot
November 22, 2021
Polar Hardware, which manufactures door and truck body hardware, struggled to meet production goals and has turned to Formic's robotics-as-a-service and collaborative robots.
Omron Automation Launches Proof of Concept Center in Michigan
November 22, 2021
Omron Automation Americas says its new Proof-of-Concept Center in Novi, Mich., will help customers by providing engineers and facilities to test robotics applications before deployment.
Honeywell to Open Warehouse R&D Center in Czech Republic
November 21, 2021
Honeywell says its new development site will give companies across Europe a facility to test, prototype, and train customers on its materials handling hardware and software.
Machina Labs Exits Stealth With Series A Funding for Software-Defined Manufacturing
November 19, 2021
Machina Labs says its robotic and AI metalworking capabilities go beyond current methods of shaping and finishing, so more complex parts can be made efficiently and cost-effectively.
FANUC America and Manufacturing Skill Standards Council to Stack Certifications to Address Robotics Skills Shortage
November 19, 2021
FANUC America and the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council are working with Nocti Business Solutions to stack their certifications for certified production technicians and robot operators.
Fieldin Acquires Midnight Robotics, Begins Deploying Autonomous Farming Platform in California
November 17, 2021
Fieldin says the combination of its smart farm operations management platform with Midnight Robotics' autonomous driving retrofit kit will enable farmers to get actionable data.
Nommi Partners With C3 to Build Robotic Kitchens Offering Food Bowls Around the Clock
November 17, 2021
To meet demand for fast, convenient, and nutritious food, Nommi is developing a robotic kitchen that will prepare branded bowls, starting with 'Iron Chef' Morimoto's Sa'Moto.
GXO Logistics Credits Warehouse Automation for Strong Q3 Results
November 13, 2021
Automation, e-commerce, and outsourcing are the tailwinds helping GXO Logistics grow, according to executives at the global logistics provider, which reported strong Q3 earnings.
10 Technologies for Autonomous Vehicle, Robotics Developers From NVIDIA’s GTC 2021
November 12, 2021
From autonomous trucks to robots in factories and warehouses, NVIDIA made a host of announcements at its GTC event, including new libraries, integrations, and simulation products.
OnRobot Debuts WebLytics Software for Collaborative Robotics Applications
November 11, 2021
OnRobot, which provides plug-and-play end effectors for collaborative robot applications, has launched its WebLytics software for real-time monitoring and data analytics.
Honeywell Announces New Automated Storage and Retrieval System
November 11, 2021
An automated storage and retrieval system from Honeywell uses machine learning and AI for order fulfillment, product sequencing, returns processing, manufacturing kitting, and more.
